After some serious hassles with NMAC (they screwed up the one-time credit check code from Experian that I sent them, and then "requested" that I unfreeze my credit for them) my lease application has been approved. As soon as I can confirm that I'll be getting the low .00003 money factor, I'll be leaving a deposit over the phone. My end of lease inspection is on Monday, and I hope to pick the car up on Tuesday or Wednesday, to avoid having to may the final payment on my effectively-60-month lease.

I've decided that I'll probably turn the inside of the car from white/light grey/black, to orange/black, using seat covers and carbon fiber wrap. That should still produce less interior heat than black.

Lia Nissan of Colonie NY. The awesome salesman I've dealt with is David Seacord. He's done everything from track down cars by build date as well as options, to running interference with the clowns at NMAC to get my approval done. He knows more about the Leaf than any other salesperson I've encountered.

ZakZak wrote:Hello everyone, I'm new to the Forum. I live in west Tokyo, Japan and just ordered my Leaf 2 days ago. Thought I would join the Forum to stay ahead of any quirks or maintenance issues...

I had a lot of issues with the computer in mine. I've owned the car for a little over a month now but I've been driving a loaner for most of that. Apparently Leafs nationwide are having myriad issues with the computer and nav system.

There happened to be an X (the equivalent of an SV for Americans) available that was exactly the color and trim level I wanted. With taxes and everything it came to ¥3,554,334. I also opted for the ZESP2 full membership since I drive about 100km a day.

After if get the ¥400,000 subsidy dealy, I'll be sitting pretty I think. Did they tell you about how long it takes to get that? My guy said about a month, but when I looked online some people said it took 3 or 4 months for them.

Thats awful man, I havent had an issue with my car at all. My only real complaint so for is the lack of consistency between quick chargers. The nearest one to me is lucky to put out 30kw, I end up using one a 3km away that is usually around 40kw...The only time i've experienced a true quick charge was at a PA on the way to Mt. Fuji.

I also opted for the full membership although I only drive about 20km a day, I just want to the ability to hit the road without worrying about charger fees, and I don't want to affect my power bill until my solar panels are up. I was told 3-4 months for the subsidy.